Work/Entry Permit

Please note that all non-Kenyan citizens must be in possession of
an entry/work permit or exemption, issued by the Office of the Director
of Immigration Services, before they can take up employment in Kenya,
whether paid or unpaid.

Non-Kenyans wanting to carry out short term business assignments
like assembling machinery, maintenance or performance whether paid
or unpaid must obtain a Kenya Special Pass from The Director of Immigration
Services.

Non-Kenyan students intending to pursue studies in Kenya at any level
including internships, must obtain a Kenya Pupils Pass from the Director
of Immigration Services before embarking on their studies.

Applications for issue of entry/work permits and Kenya Pupils Passes
are not processed at this Mission.

They should be addressed to:Director of Immigration Services
Department of Immigration
Nyayo House
PO Box 30191
Nairobi
KenyaTel: +245-20-222022Fax: +254-20-220731

All voluntary workers, students, employees, business-people and
residents staying for more than three months MUST register their presence
at the Alien Section of the nearest Ministry of Immigration office,
Department of Immigration Services.